Innovative onboard weighing solution introduces a new level of safety.
See it for the first time at Automechanika.
Heilbronn, Germany, September 3, 2024| VPG Onboard Weighing, a brand of Vishay Precision Group Inc. (NYSE: VPG), today announced the German market launch of its innovative overload protection solution for commercial trucks and vans. The solution enables transportation operators to safeguard and improve their operations by helping to reduce accident risks and vehicle maintenance costs and ensure compliance with load weight regulations. As part of the launch, the TruckWeigh® and VanWeigh® systems will be demonstrated at Automechanika, Frankfurt Messe, September 10-14, booth A40.
The VPG Onboard Weighing solution provides a highly accurate and reliable, holistic, plug-and-play solution for both overload protection and load optimization for vans and trucks of any size and suspension type. The solution measures and displays real-time total load and analyzes load distribution across individual axles. It is already proven on more than 50,000 commercial vehicles in dozens of countries, including Italy, France, Netherlands, UK, USA, and Australia.
Overloading and imbalanced loading can raise the risk of accidents and increase the likelihood of an accident resulting in injury or substantial damage. The VPG solution brings a new level of safety by enabling drivers to ensure every load is balanced and within safe weight limits right at the time of loading.
Using the VPG solution can also reduce wear and tear on the vehicle and minimize the risk of fines for non-compliance with loading regulations. It enables optimized loading for fewer trips and higher yield, reducing fuel consumption and costs while improving the carbon footprint of transportation operations.
“Operators of some of the largest commercial goods transportation fleets in Germany are already adopting our onboard overload monitoring solutions,” says Christoph Naues, Sales Manager Germany, VPG Onboard Weighing. “For the most part they are motivated by the opportunity to significantly improve safety, save on maintenance, and increase productivity through load optimization. Additionally, it reduces the risk of overloading fines, a particularly timely issue in Germany, as enforcement of weight limits is likely to increase following the updates to EU regulations that came into effect this past May.”
VPG Onboard Weighing’s TruckWeigh and VanWeigh overload protection systems utilize patented, high-precision sensors and unique technologies to provide highly reliable and accurate overload monitoring – better than ±2.5% at 90-100% GVW. The systems also offer plug-and-play telematics integration for accessing load data and alerts. Because they are based on sensors, instead of load cells, and have no moving parts, the VPG Onboard Weighing systems retain their accuracy over time, with no need for recalibration, and virtually no maintenance. This makes them a very cost-attractive solution.
Recognizing VPG’s unique approach, the VPG Onboard Weighing solution is being considered for an Innovation Award at the upcoming Automechanika industry meeting. Media and show visitors are invited to see the solution and meet with Christoph Naues, our expert for Germany and Austria, at the VPG Onboard Weighing booth, Automechanika 2024, Frankfurt Messe, September 10-14, booth A40. With more than 30 years of experience working in the German automotive market, including with leading manufacturers of vehicles and vehicle safety systems, Christoph has extensive insights and expertise to share. Please contact Christoph directly for an appointment.
About VPG Onboard Weighing
VPG Onboard Weighing, a brand of Vishay Precision Group, Inc., is a recognized leader in the design, manufacturing, sales and support of on-board weighing systems for vans, light commercial vehicles, and heavy trucks. It is one of the largest global manufacturers of onboard weighing systems, with sales offices across North America, Europe and Asia and an extensive dealer network. VPG Onboard Weighing continues to innovate and develop new products to help operators get the most out of every load byreducing risk to drivers, vehicles and reputation. For more information, visit www.vpgonboard.com.
About VPG
Vishay Precision Group Inc. (VPG) is a leader in precision measurement and sensing technologies. Our sensors, weighing solutions, and measurement systems optimize and enhance our customers’ product and process performance across a broad array of markets to make our world safer, smarter, and more productive. To learn more, visit VPG at www.vpgsensors.com and follow us on LinkedIn.
Media contacts
VPG Onboard Weighing, Germany
Tatschenweg 1
74078 Heilbronn
Christoph Naues, Sales Manager
Mobile: +49 175 6578661
Office: +49 7131 390990
Email: christoph.naues@vpgsensors.com
VPG:
Steve Cantor
Vishay Precision Group
Tel: 781-222-3516
Email: info@vpgsensors.com